Now that is a very good question, and I am excited to let you know all about it. 

 A Licensed Legal Paraprofessional (also known as an LLP) is a new licensure implemented by the Colorado Supreme Court which required candidates to apply to the Bar and pass a rigorous exam to become an LLP.  LLPs are not attorneys with a general license to practice law but have a limited license to assist clients in their domestic/family law matter.

 Analogous to a Nurse Practitioner, an LLP can provide legal assistance, advice and guidance to litigants going through the court process.

LLPs can provide assistance in family law matters including Legal Separation, Declaration of Invalidity of Marriage, Dissolution of Marriage, Allocation of Parental Responsibilities (or modification), Establishment or Modification of Child Support and/or Maintenance, Protection Orders, Names Changes and Adult Gender Designation Changes.  LLPs can represent clients in mediation and negotiate on behalf of their client and opposing counsel.  LLPs can also appear with their clients at hearings (with some limitations).

*LLPs have a limited license to practice in family law and are not licensed to practice in any other areas of law. To review the full text of this Rule, see [Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure Rule 207.1]

What can a Licensed Legal Paraprofessional do?

Would you be surprised to learn that 75% of people in domestic matters have no representation and are “Pro Se”?  That is simply shocking!  LLPs can make a significant difference by making legal services more accessible and affordable to individuals and families.

 An LLP can help in so many ways, including:

 Access to Justice:  LLPs can assist clients who may not be able to afford an attorney.

 Costs/Savings:  LLPs can offer services at lower costs than traditional attorneys by providing a more economical option for clients.

 Knowledge and Skill:  Most LLPs have extensive experience in family law.  LLPs bring that specific legal experience to help those clients who have no legal knowledge and help them navigate through the legal process of their family law matter.

How can a Licensed Legal Paraprofessional help me?

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